Prepositions of Relative Time

used to refer to a time in the past, showing how much time has passed before the present moment

She moved to this city three years ago.

used to say where someone or something goes

He rode his bicycle to the store to buy some groceries.

used to indicate a position in front of or in advance of someone or something else

he car sped ahead of me on the highway.

to or at the side that is further

We hiked past the cabin and beyond into the forest.

used for showing the place where a person or thing comes from

I received a letter from my cousin in Australia.

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

They live in a big house.

not far from a place

The near bus stop is convenient for commuting to work.

the time that has passed

I learned a lot from the mistakes I made in the past.

at a later time than something

After dinner, we'll watch a movie.

a specific occasion during the day when letters, packages, and other mail are collected or delivered by postal workers

The morning post arrived earlier than usual today.

used to indicate something that occurs before a particular time or event

The castle was built pre 1800s.